May 2018
Donald Trump Pardons Conservative Critic Dinesh D'Souza
Donald Trump pardoned conservative filmmaker Dinesh D'Souza, who was convicted of campaign finance violations. This action has drawn criticism as it appears to send a…
The Last Scene of the Cinema Gangster
The program discusses recent truck driver strikes in Iran and their impact on daily life, alongside various cultural and political topics including the death of…
US Army: Over 50 Taliban Commanders Killed in Missile Strikes
The US Army reported that over 50 Taliban commanders were killed in missile strikes in Helmand province, Afghanistan. The Taliban dismissed the claims as propaganda,…
The Secret of Nasser Malek-Motiei's Decades of Popularity
Nasser Malek-Motiei, a legendary actor of pre-revolutionary Iranian cinema, passed away recently, sparking renewed interest in his contributions to the film industry. His portrayal of…
Meeting with Mohammad Ali Mansouri
Mohammad Ali Mansouri has been imprisoned for 11 years on charges related to his support for the People's Mujahedin of Iran, despite claims from his…
Warning About the Situation of Two Million People in Idlib, Syria
The UN warns that over two million people in Idlib, Syria, are facing a critical humanitarian crisis due to ongoing conflicts and airstrikes. Mark Lowcock,…
Clashes Over Water Transfer Plan in Yasouj; 15 Protest Representatives Arrested
A protest against a water transfer project in Yasouj led to clashes with officials and the arrest of 15 protest representatives. The project aims to…
An armed individual in Belgium killed two police officers and a passerby
An armed individual in Liège, Belgium, shot and killed two police officers and a passerby before being killed by police during a hostage situation at…
Sexual Abuse of Several Students at a High School in West Tehran
An official at a boys' middle school in Tehran has been arrested for sexually abusing students, with reports indicating that 16 out of 17 evaluated…
Emmanuel Macron Grants French Citizenship to Migrant 'Hero'
Emmanuel Macron awarded French citizenship to Mamoudou Gassama, a migrant from Mali who heroically saved a child from a building. This act of bravery has…
Italian President Introduces Economist as Interim Prime Minister
Italian President Sergio Mattarella appointed Carlo Cottarelli as interim Prime Minister to prepare for early elections after a failed coalition attempt. This move has caused…
Proposal to Ban Certain Plastic Products in the European Union
The European Union has proposed a ban on certain plastic products to reduce marine waste and prevent significant environmental damage. The plan targets 10 specific…
Member of Parliament: Daily Tobacco Consumption in Iran is 30 Billion Tomans
A member of Iran's parliament revealed that daily tobacco consumption costs the country 30 billion tomans, with alarming increases in usage among girls and adolescents.…
Six Airbus Helicopters Join Iran's Air Fleet
Iran has added six new Airbus air ambulance helicopters to its emergency fleet, which will significantly reduce rescue times in crowded cities. The Minister of…
Efforts to Form a Government in Italy Fail
Efforts to form a government in Italy have failed after President Sergio Mattarella rejected the proposed candidate for the Ministry of Economy, increasing the likelihood…
Real Madrid Wins European Championship for the Thirteenth Time
Real Madrid defeated Liverpool 3-1 to win the UEFA Champions League for the thirteenth time. Key moments included Mohamed Salah's injury and a series of…
Rescue of Five Iranian Migrants in Waters Between France and Britain
Five Iranian migrants were rescued from a sinking inflatable boat in the English Channel while trying to reach Britain. The rescue highlights the dangers faced…
UN: Two Million Afghans Face Severe Food Shortages Due to Drought
The UN has reported that severe drought in Afghanistan has left two million people facing food shortages, particularly affecting farmers in northern and western provinces.…
Continued Detention of Environmental Activists to Sentencing for Gonabadi Dervishes
Environmental activists in Iran remain detained without trial for four months, with conflicting reports on the nature of their charges. The judiciary claims security-related offenses…
Nasser Malek-Motiei Passed Away
Nasser Malek-Motiei, a prominent Iranian actor, passed away after a long illness. His death has sparked reflections on his unfulfilled dreams in cinema and the…
Harvey Weinstein Released on One Million Dollar Bail
Harvey Weinstein, a prominent Hollywood producer, has been released on a one million dollar bail after facing rape charges in New York. He has denied…
UN Urges Saudi Arabia and Its Allies to Facilitate Imports to Yemen
The UN has called on Saudi Arabia and its allies to ease restrictions on imports to Yemen, warning of an impending famine affecting millions. The…
Workers: The Outlook of Strikes, the Nature of Protests
Recent months have seen a series of labor strikes in Iran, notably by truck drivers, leading to a government promise to increase fares by up…
Israel's Request to the European Union to Cut Funding to Several NGOs
Israel has officially requested the EU to cut funding to over 10 NGOs it accuses of supporting terrorism and having ties to Hamas. This move…
Trump Cancels Meeting with North Korean Leader
Donald Trump has canceled a planned meeting with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un due to North Korea's recent hostile statements. This decision highlights ongoing…
North Korea Dismantles Its Only Nuclear Test Site
North Korea has dismantled its only nuclear test site, inviting foreign journalists to witness the event. This action comes amidst rising tensions with the U.S.…
Nabih Berri Re-elected as Speaker of the Lebanese Parliament Without Any Rival
Nabih Berri has been re-elected as the Speaker of the Lebanese Parliament for another four years without any opposition. His continued leadership is significant as…
Prison and Exile Sentences for Three Gonabadi Dervishes
Three Gonabadi dervishes have been sentenced to prison and exile for security-related charges following clashes with security forces in Tehran. The situation highlights ongoing repression…
At least 30 killed in ISIS attack on army and Assad supporters in Palmyra
An ISIS attack near Palmyra resulted in at least 30 fatalities among Syrian army forces and pro-Assad militias, including Iranian citizens. This incident highlights the…
Poland: We will help preserve the JCPOA, but U.S. concerns are understandable
Poland expresses willingness to mediate discussions between the U.S. and EU regarding the JCPOA, acknowledging U.S. concerns while seeking to mitigate the impact of U.S.…
Identification of 10 Cases of Congo Fever in Iran in 2018
Iran has reported 10 cases of Crimean-Congo fever this year, with one death. The disease typically peaks during the spring birthing season of livestock, raising…
Mike Pence Warns Kim Jong Un About US-North Korea Summit
Mike Pence has warned North Korea's Kim Jong Un about the upcoming summit with Donald Trump, emphasizing that any attempt to deceive the US president…
Gholamreza Hosseini, Former Friday Prayer Leader of Urmia, Passes Away
Gholamreza Hosseini, a significant figure in Iran's post-revolutionary history and former Friday prayer leader of Urmia, has died at the age of 96. He was…
Syrian Army Captures Last Rebel-Controlled Area Around Damascus
The Syrian army has captured the last rebel-controlled area around Damascus, marking a significant victory for the Assad regime. This development consolidates government control over…
Trump Calls for DOJ Investigation into FBI's Alleged Infiltration of His Campaign
Donald Trump has called for a DOJ investigation into the FBI's alleged political infiltration of his 2016 campaign. This follows his claims of potential spying…
24% Increase in Road Accident Victims in Iran During Nowruz 97
The Medical Examiner's Organization reported a significant increase in road accident fatalities during Nowruz 97, with 1,034 deaths, marking a 24.2% rise compared to the…
Quiet Supersonic Commercial Aircraft; A Transformation in Air Transportation?
NASA and Lockheed Martin are developing a quiet supersonic aircraft named QueSST, aiming for a 2025 test flight. This aircraft could revolutionize air travel by…
Saudi Arabia Detains Several Women's Rights Activists
Saudi Arabia has detained several women's rights activists, including prominent figures, amid promises to allow women to drive starting in July. This crackdown raises concerns…
Wedding Ceremony of Queen Elizabeth II's Grandson with an American Actress
Prince Harry married American actress Meghan Markle in a ceremony at Windsor Castle, watched by millions worldwide. The event broke royal traditions and highlighted the…
Shahrud Citizens Protest Transfer of Road Administration to Semnan
Citizens of Shahrud protested against the transfer of the General Road Administration to Semnan, leading to a proposal to split the administration between the two…
Over 100 People Killed in Plane Crash in Cuba
A Boeing 737 crashed near Havana, Cuba, killing over 100 people, with only three survivors who are critically injured. The plane was on a flight…
Times: Britain to Increase Its Forces in Afghanistan
The UK is likely to increase its military presence in Afghanistan by sending an additional 400 troops following a request from the U.S. President. This…
WHO Warns of Urban Ebola Outbreak in Congo
The WHO has raised the alert level for Ebola in the Democratic Republic of the Congo to 'high' after confirming a death in the urban…
Ayatollah Khamenei and the Responsibility of the Nuclear Gamble
Ayatollah Khamenei addresses the consequences of Iran's nuclear negotiations and the JCPOA, attributing responsibility for failures to high-ranking officials rather than himself. He acknowledges that…
Trump: The Libya Model Will Not Be Applied to North Korea
Trump reassures Kim Jong-un that the Libya model will not apply to North Korea, emphasizing that denuclearization could lead to prosperity for North Korea. This…
Father's Permission for Marriage: Does Islam Consider Women Lacking Decision-Making Logic?
The article discusses the requirement for women in Iran to obtain their father's permission to marry, questioning whether this reflects a belief in women's lack…
From Dusty Lungs to Clergy's Rights
The article discusses a radio program that addresses various political and economic issues in Iran, including a new marriage bill for girls, the impact of…
Amnesty International: Tens of Thousands Fleeing from Hodeidah in Yemen
Amnesty International reports that tens of thousands are fleeing Hodeidah, Yemen, amid escalating clashes between Houthi rebels and Saudi-led coalition forces. The port of Hodeidah…
Anwar Ibrahim, former Deputy Prime Minister of Malaysia, released from prison
Anwar Ibrahim, former Deputy Prime Minister of Malaysia, was released from prison after receiving a royal pardon. He expressed gratitude to the Malaysian people for…
Are Tablets Losing Popularity?
Global tablet shipments have decreased by 12% in the first quarter of 2018, with Apple seeing a slight increase in sales. Apple aims to capture…
Taliban Attack on a Border Province of Afghanistan Near Iran
The Taliban launched a significant attack on Farah province in Afghanistan, leading to clashes with police forces and raising concerns about the security situation in…
Meeting with Sam Rajabi
Sam Rajabi, a 36-year-old environmental activist, is imprisoned despite his family's claims that he has never engaged in political activities. His mother has had no…
Catalonia Parliament Elects a Hardline Separatist as Head of Local Government
The Catalonia Parliament elected Kim Torra, a hardline separatist, as the head of the local government, ending seven months of direct Spanish rule. This election…
Delivery of Pre-sold Coins Adjusts Coin Prices
The early delivery of pre-sold gold coins in Iran has led to a decrease in the price of full coins to below two million tomans,…
Preliminary Results of Iraq Elections Indicate 'Lead' for Haider al-Abadi's List
Preliminary results from Iraq's parliamentary elections show Haider al-Abadi's list leading, with Muqtada al-Sadr's list in second place. This election marks the first since the…
One killed and four injured in knife attack in Paris; ISIS claims responsibility
A knife attack in Paris resulted in one death and four injuries, with ISIS claiming responsibility. The incident highlights ongoing security concerns in France, particularly…
Parastoo Farahvar Denies Statements by the Minister of Intelligence
Parastoo Farahvar, the daughter of victims of political murders in Iran, has denied claims made by the Minister of Intelligence regarding her recent legal troubles.…
19 Killed in Attack by Myanmar Rebels
The 'National Liberation Army of Ta'ang' attacked military targets in northern Myanmar, resulting in at least 19 deaths, including 15 civilians. This incident highlights the…
From the Arrest of Teachers and Environmental Activists to Continued 'Pressure' on Baha'is
Teachers and environmental activists in Iran are facing arrests and detentions, with at least 15 teachers arrested during recent protests. The Baha'i community is experiencing…
Former Malaysian Prime Minister and His Wife Banned from Leaving the Country
Former Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak and his wife have been banned from leaving the country amid fears he might flee prosecution following his coalition's…
Iraq's First Election After the Declaration of 'ISIS Defeat' Held
Iraq held its first national elections since declaring victory over ISIS, with around 7,000 candidates vying for 329 parliamentary seats. The results are expected within…
One killed and dozens injured in the seventh protest demonstration of Gaza residents
In Gaza, protests continue against Israeli policies, resulting in one death and many injuries. The protests, which began on Land Day, are set to continue…
Paradox with Kamyab Hosseini: The Story of Mr. Khamenei's Proposal!
The article discusses an episode of the show 'Paradox' that aired on Radio Farda, focusing on a humorous or intriguing narrative about a marriage proposal…
Opposition Ends Six Decades of Rule by the Governing Coalition in Malaysia
The opposition in Malaysia has ended over six decades of rule by the governing coalition, led by 92-year-old Mahathir Mohamad, who previously held power. The…
What is the Process of the Return of US Sanctions Against Iran?
The US plans to reinstate nuclear sanctions against Iran within three to six months after withdrawing from the nuclear agreement, while the EU promises to…
Significant Increase in Computer Prices in Iran
The Iranian computer market is facing significant price increases due to currency fluctuations, with laptop prices rising by 8% to 12%. Importers are struggling with…
Israeli Army Kills Three Near Gaza Border Fence
The Israeli army killed three Palestinians near the Gaza border, claiming they posed a security threat. This incident follows the deaths of six Hamas members…
Continued Detention and Sentencing of Baha'is in Iran to Confirmation of Saeed Mortazavi's Whipping Sentence
Two Baha'i citizens in Iran were sentenced to prison, and another was arrested, highlighting ongoing discrimination against the Baha'i community. Meanwhile, a controversial whipping sentence…
Paradox with Kambeiz Hosseini - Who is Wearing the Coat in the Country Now?
The article announces the weekly broadcast of the program 'Paradox' hosted by Kambeiz Hosseini on Radio Farda, highlighting its timing and the involvement of other…
Carbon Dioxide Concentration in Earth's Atmosphere Reaches New Record
The concentration of carbon dioxide in the Earth's atmosphere has reached a new high of 410 ppm, primarily due to fossil fuel use, raising concerns…
Participation of Athletes from Two Arab Countries in the 'Giro d'Italia' Tournament in Israel
The 'Giro d'Italia' cycling tournament in Israel features teams from Bahrain and the UAE, despite their governments not recognizing Israel. This event coincides with the…
Migration: Nasser Cheshmazar, Creator of 'Rain of Love'
Nasser Cheshmazar, a prominent Iranian composer, passed away at 67, reflecting on his lack of an archive of his works and his contributions to Iranian…
Opening of a Café in Tehran with Employees Having Autism and Down Syndrome
A café named 'Dantism' has opened in Tehran, staffed by individuals with autism and Down syndrome, marking a significant step in integrating these individuals into…
Amnesty International: Iran Must Halt Imminent Execution of Ramin Hossein Panahi
Amnesty International is calling on Iran to stop the imminent execution of Ramin Hossein Panahi, a Kurdish Iranian sentenced to death after an unfair trial.…
23 Civilians Killed in Airstrike on Village in Syria
An airstrike in Syria killed 23 civilians, reportedly targeting an ISIS stronghold. The U.S.-led coalition has resumed operations against ISIS, while the Syrian Democratic Forces…
Armenian Parliament Session to Elect New Prime Minister; Nikol Pashinyan is the Sole Official Candidate
The Armenian Parliament is set to vote on a new Prime Minister after Serzh Sargsyan's resignation due to public protests. Nikol Pashinyan is the only…
Photography Phones
The Huawei P20 Pro has been rated as the best smartphone for photography, surpassing competitors like Apple and Samsung. It achieved a score of 109,…